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1. August 8AfricaSADC Backs North-South Economic Corridor PlanSeven Southern African Development Community (SADC) nations have endorsed a plan to transform the North-South Corridor (NSC) into a smart economic corridor, aiming to drive industrialisation, job creation, and sustainable growth. The decision was made at a high-level workshop in Johannesburg…August 8
2. August 3AfricaKemi Badenoch: UK Is Home, Not NigeriaKemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has sparked significant backlash by stating she no longer identifies with Nigeria, her country of ancestral origin. In an interview on the Rosebud podcast with Gyles Brandreth on Friday, Badenoch spoke candidly about her evolving sense of…August 3
3. July 20AfricaHelp Us Change Lives in Karamojathere! I'm reaching out because we're on a mission to bring love and hope to the children of Karamoja, who are facing extreme poverty and hunger. Every donation, no matter the size, truly makes a difference in their lives, helping us provide food, clothing, and education. If you could take a…July 20
4. July 17AfricaUgandan-Swedish Singer Angel Nambatya: Healing by Day, Singing by NightReport Focus News Entertainment Desk Meet Angel Nambatya, a descendant of Swedes and Africans who grew up in the mixed cultures from the streets of Stockholm (Sweden) and Kampala, the Capital city of Uganda, (Eastern Africa). The, Swedish-based Afrobeat sensation who is redefining what it means to…July 17
5. July 14AfricaCameroon’s Paul Biya, 92, to Run for Eighth TermDAR ES SALAAM- Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, aged 92 and the world’s oldest serving leader, has declared his candidacy for an eighth term in the presidential election set for 12 October 2025. The announcement, posted on his official X account on Sunday, confirms long-standing expectations…July 14
6. July 10AfricaTrump Stands Firm on Tariff Hikes at Washington SummitUS President Donald Trump has defended his latest tariff hikes during a Washington summit on Wednesday. He said the five African countries at the table with him were unlikely to feel the tariff pinch. “I haven't thought of it, but I like him, him, him, him and him. No, I don’t think so, not too…July 10
7. July 10AfricaTrump Criticised for Remarks on Liberian President's EnglishUS President Donald Trump has drawn criticism after 'complimenting' Liberian President Joseph Boakai on his English-speaking skills during a White House meeting with African leaders on July 9, 2025. The gathering included leaders from Liberia, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, and Senegal. During…July 10
8. June 28AfricaRwanda-DRC peace deal signed but rebels absent from accordWASHINGTON – Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace agreement on Friday that aims to end fighting that has killed thousands and displaced hundreds of thousands more this year. At a ceremony with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, the two African countries'…June 28
9. June 26AfricaAfrica: The New Frontier for Chinese Electric VehiclesChinese car manufacturers, facing export restrictions in the US and Europe, are turning to Africa to expand their market for electric and hybrid vehicles. Companies such as BYD, Chery Auto, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) are leveraging low prices to gain a foothold in a region with significant growth…June 26
10. June 23AfricaUganda’s Rising Star: LaBaBe Shines Bright in the World of FashionKampala, Uganda —The Ugandan modelling scene is buzzing with fresh talent, and one name is starting to shine brighter than most — LaBaBe, a stunning new face whose charm, grace, and effortless poise are capturing hearts beyond borders. Represented by a prominent modelling agency, LaBaBe is quickly…June 23